10 Fabrication Technology

Fabrication Technology

Technology is never static, we have a duty to our environment.

Year 9 is not a pre-requisite. Students will have a willingness to trial new things and it allows them the freedom to bring their authentic selves to the outcomes they develop. Ākonga will explore their creativity, follow their passions, and flourish as technological designers, creators, and innovators. They will also develop an understanding of sustainable practices through research and application. Ākonga will also learn about health and safety, which is integral to the practice. 

The course strengthens students understanding of design techniques and the nature of technology:

• Using the technological process to problem solve an issue, meeting specifications

• Work with stakeholder feedback to bring mana to their work

• Learn how functional modelling is used to evaluate design

• Understand material properties and why products work the way they do

• Develop a range of outcomes and complete prototype products

Students will do a number of short class tasks and longer individual design projects where they will apply their skills and creativity extending their ability for independent thought and analysis. 

Course Costs: $60 donation to assist with the costs of materials used in take home components. Any additional materials needed by students for their individual project, will be at their own cost.